1. Of course I'd rather play Cigarini than Aquilani. Apart from their better seasons, Cigarini has great vision as well. I really like him as a player.

2. That's the style Prandelli plays. I see nothing wrong with the lack of a CF. Many teams play without a tall CF. Why pick a Prima Punta just for namesake if he's not gonna play with one at all? Throughout qualifying, it has been like this.

3. Pepe is someone who has played for Nazionale and sucked enough. Failed experiment.